
Midday Supervisor
Da Vinci Academy, Derby, Derbyshire, DE21 4ET3 days remaining to apply
Start date details
February/March 2026
Closing date
27 February 2026 at 9am
Date listed
23 February 2026
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- 12.85 - 13.69 per hour
Midday Supervisor job summary
At Da Vinci Academy, we believe that every child deserves an exceptional education, regardless of background or circumstance. As part of the L.E.A.D. Academy Trust, our mission is driven by high expectations, inclusive practice and a commitment to ensuring all pupils can thrive. We are looking for a dedicated Midday Supervisor who shares our values and is ready to contribute to a safe, purposeful and nurturing lunchtime environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Supervise pupils across the dining hall, queues and indoor/outdoor social areas, ensuring a calm and orderly atmosphere.
• Promote high standards of behaviour and uphold academy routines, modelling respect and positivity.
• Maintain a clean and well‑organised dining space, including clearing tables and supporting lunchtime operations.
• Encourage healthy eating and remain mindful of allergies and dietary needs.
• Carry out patrol duties across the site to ensure pupils’ safety and wellbeing.
• Respond appropriately to any incidents, accidents or behaviour concerns, sharing information with relevant staff.
• Support pupils in transitioning smoothly and safely back to learning.
• Build positive and professional relationships with pupils, contributing to a supportive school culture.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and follow all academy and Trust policies.
We are looking for someone who:
• Is committed to making a meaningful difference to young people’s lives.
• Communicates clearly, confidently and respectfully with pupils and adults.
• Can work well as part of a team and also use their initiative when required.
• Is calm, caring and resilient, with a professional approach to challenges.
• Values personal development and embraces opportunities to learn.
• Promotes equality, inclusion and opportunities for all.
• Is willing to work outdoors in all seasons and remain active throughout the lunchtime period.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and creating a safe environment.
In return, we offer:
• A supportive, values‑driven team committed to professional growth.
• The opportunity to contribute to a school culture built on aspiration, respect and success.
• Local Government Pension Scheme membership.
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 wellbeing support.
• Access to an online GP service.
• Enhanced holiday allowance (pro‑rata for term‑time staff).
• Health and wellbeing benefits including physiotherapy, eye tests and seasonal flu vaccinations.
• The chance to work in a welcoming, forward‑thinking academy within a Trust that believes in empowering every member of staff.
Safeguarding Statement:
Da Vinci Academy and L.E.A.D. Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The L.E.A.D. Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Da Vinci Academy adopts a rigorous Safer Recruitment Policy which is followed for every appointment.
If you are invited to interview, your suitability to work with children will be explored. As such you will be asked to declare any convictions, cautions or reprimands which you have incurred.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Da Vinci Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 704 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Da Vinci Academy website
“Leaders put pupils’ interests at the heart of all that they do” - Ofsted 2021
Having converted to academy status at the heart of the L.E.A.D. Academy Trust in May 2017, Da Vinci Academy is now a successful secondary school with around 700 students and an increasing school roll (oversubscribed in KS3 and also next year’s intake). In summer 2019, we were proud to be the most improved Progress 8 school in Derby and in October 2021, we were rated ‘good’ by Ofsted. A copy of the report can be found on our website.
We are described as a ‘proudly inclusive school with a big heart and huge ambition’. A student-centred philosophy is supported by an unwavering commitment to the achievement of successful outcomes for each and every young person.
“The school is inclusive and welcoming to all. Pupils feel valued and cared for.”
Together with the L.E.A.D. Academy Trust, a strong and clear vision is in place - one team changing worlds. Our vision is achieved by supporting all to Aspire, Believe, Learn, Achieve. This is what we all firmly believe in and strive for at all times. The benefit of our close-knit academy community is a real team environment where people genuinely care for each other and where students and staff alike can really shine.
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